This is the story of Mandy, a happy child in a family struck by tragedy. The consequences of which lead to a journey through grief, abuse and time in care. Based on true life in the 1970's, the story shows what can easily happen when circumstances change for the worse.The story also shows how Ruby, Mandy's mother struggles to come to terms with the death of her much-loved husband. The strain becoming so bad that she turns to alcohol with devastating consequences for the life of her and her young daughter.A pattern of abuse emerges with no end in sight until school and Social Services intervene.Mandy is torn between telling the authorities and protecting her mother, who she loves dearly despite the ever-worsening torrent of abuse.The story shows an insight into life in care and the difficulties faced by children waiting for their future to be decided by Social Services.The story has hope though, and demonstrates that life isn't over when children are placed into care. There is always hope for a happy ending.
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